Michael Zolnoski
Freelance Photographer
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
adx26e@r.postjobfree.com
A skilled photographer with 6 years of experience in photography and project management. I excel in different styles of photography, such as portraits, fashion, products, and food. My strength lies in understanding client requirements and offering creative ideas to meet their goals. I am well-versed in both on-location and studio shoots, utilizing various equipment like cameras, tripods, lights, and backdrops to achieve exceptional results. Website: https://www.shutterspeedmikephotography.com Work Experience
Photographer: MacroHype Photography - New Jersey
April 2022 to Present
• Collaborate closely with a stylist to light and photograph studio scenes according to current image and lighting standards.
• Maintain organization through the use of our work management system.
• Ensure a focused and efficient workflow to meet daily production requirements.
• Provide portrait photography, landscapes, and product photography.
• Organize and set up a lightbox and other studio equipment, including tripod lights, light stands, and light modifiers or reflectors.
Freelance Photographer
New York Life - New York, NY
June 2017 to Present
• Plan and prepare for on-location and studio shoots.
• Utilize Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom for cropping, inverting, and controlling the lights and color properties of photos.
• Digitally edit photos to enhance their appearance.
• Schedule and book photoshoot locations, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
• Source props that enhance the product.
• Download images and provide artistic and technical image manipulation in Adobe Photoshop.
• Contact new models when necessary.
• Conduct research on the product to determine the best approach for photography.
• Edit images to align with the client's brand.
• Stay up to date with the latest image editing software. Education
High school diploma
Herbert H Lehman High School - Bronx, NY
September 2011 to June 2015
Skills
• Adobe Photoshop (6 years)
• Photography (6 years)
• Social Media Management (3 years)
• Adobe Lightroom (5 years)
• Customer service